Heavy/Civil Estimator in Markham,IL,US

Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documents to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for products, projects, and services for our type of work Efficiently read blueprints and understand industry pricing Experience with cost estimation process, as well as finance related experience Review accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing. Determine labor and equipment costs and perform job site visits as needed. Understand project logistics and project schedule Provide complete conceptual (or bid work) and final estimating input on complex projects. Ensure all working documents and data is maintained to back up estimates He or she will be responsible for hard bid, negotiated, and design/build projects in both the public and private sectors Able to work on multiple projects and maintain contact with field personnel to handle questions, regarding RFI's, change orders, and technically related issues Responsible for all phases of the contract from bidding, start-up, construction, and closeout Responsible for job packaging, scheduling, cost & job tracking, permitting, and must present well to clients, owners and subcontractors Create timely accurate proposals for heavy civil/infrastructure federal and state funded projects HCSS Estimating Software knowledge IS REQUIRED. Qualifications: A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field is preferred. Minimum of five (5-8) years of heavy civil/project experience with General Contractor, specialty or related experience Computer skills with proficiency in Heavy Bid Estimating Software, Primavera Suretrack Software, Agtek and MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.) is a plus Highly motivated and dedicated to complete tasks accurately and efficiently Experience in field operations management and estimating from a contractor's perspective Strong teamwork, communication, self-motivation, leadership, professionalism and organizational skills. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 10 hour shift Monday to Friday Experience: Heavy/Highway Construction: 2 years (Required) Ability to Commute: Markham, IL 60426 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Markham, IL 60426: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person